#422: What Are Legitimate Reasons For Induction?
Birthing Instincts16 Juli 2025

#422: What Are Legitimate Reasons For Induction?

In this week’s episode, Blyss and Stu discuss various reasons for medical inductions, the process involved in hospital inductions, and alternative methods like castor oil and homeopathic remedies that can be pursued for a more natural approach. Listener stories highlight personal experiences with induction, offering insight into both the challenges and positive outcomes associated with this intervention.


Resources

Reduced risk of cesarean delivery with oxytocin discontinuation in active labor: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Effect of Castor Oil on Cervical Ripening and Labor Induction: a systematic review and meta-analysis - PMC

Induced Labor: Reasons, Procedure, Risks & Results


In This Episode

Induction Insights and Recommendations

Assessing Baby's Environment and IUGR

Understanding Oligohydramnios and Ultrasound Reliability

Placenta Issues and Abruption

Non-Reassuring Biophysical Profiles

Infection and Eclampsia Management

Induction for Precipitous Labor and Other Considerations

Preparing for Medical Induction

Natural Induction Methods


Podcast Produced by: Raquel Hernandez, Pride and Joy Doula Care


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